0502.90.00.00/Pure Badger Knot Hair/Japan

Pure Badger Knot Hair from Japan

Premium badger hair pre-sorted for easy knotting into shaving brushes. Remains under HTS 0502.90.00.00 as raw 'other brushmaking hair,' not yet prepared tufts per Chapter note (d). High loft for superior lather.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Avoid any gluing or knot prep to prevent shift to 9603

• Origin labeling critical for EU REACH chemical residue checks

• Store in cool, dry conditions post-import to preserve